Clagett Farm - owned by the Chesapeake Bay Foundation - is nestled away on 285 rolling acres, among a sea of single family homes. Its diversified operation of cattle, an organic vegetable Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program, native tree and shrub nursery, and community education make it both economically viable and environmentally sound.
Additionally, 40% of the vegetables grown on the farm are donated to Capital Area Food Bank partners, providing fresh produce to ten agencies who serve the Washington metro area.
Michael Heller, the Clagett Farm Manager, also heads up the Maryland Grazers Network, a statewide mentorship program that pairs experienced livestock and dairy farmers with farmers who want to establish grazing practices on their farms. Thirteen farmers joined the network in 2013.